 Established in 1952, Columbia College Hollywood is an accredited institution offering Bachelor of Arts and Associate of Arts degrees in cinema/television production. Students obtain hands-on training in directing, cinematography, producing, screenwriting, editing, and more, all in a 4-year program geared toward the production of a portfolio of short films that will showcase each student's skills and vision as a filmmaker.
With most of their classes scheduled in the afternoons and evenings, Columbia students have the option of working while they attend school. Student-teacher ratios as low as 8:1 provide personalized attention and support from an outstanding faculty, most of whom are working industry professionals. For-credit internships with studios, networks and independent production companies are encouraged, and the newly remodeled 65,000 square foot campus features a soundstage, two standing sets, two theaters, digital lab with editing suites. The college is developing a new media center and soundstage.
TOTAL ENROLLMENT
300
NUMBER OF FOREIGN STUDENTS
Approx. 15 %
ENTRANCE TESTS REQUIRED
International students must show proficiency in the English language by submitting the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), as administered by the Educational Testing Service. The minimum TOEFL score accepted is 550 for the standard test or 213 for the computerized test. The school code is 7213.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
The Associate in Arts degree requires completion of 96 quarter units; 48 units must be taken in the Department of Liberal Arts, and 48 units in the Department of Television/Video. e Bachelor of Arts degree requires completion of 192 quarter units, of which 48 units must be taken in the Department of Liberal Arts; the remaining 144 units must be taken in the Department of Cinema or Television/Video.
 APPLICATION MATERIALS REQUESTED
- Completed Application for Admission
- Non-refundable application fee of $50 (US currency)
- Official Transcripts of all educational institutions attended
- Two Letters of Reference from individuals (other than relatives) who have known the applicant for at least one year and can attest to applicant's interest in film or television.
- Statement of Personal Purpose from the applicant, not less than 250 words, outlining the applicant's personal goals and professional objectives.
- Proof of Financial Responsibility or Support (bank statement or sponsor's letter).
- Proof of English proficiency /TOEFL
APPLICATION DEADLINES FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS
International students are encouraged to submit application materials as far in advance of the desired entry date as possible to allow ample time for application processing and other arrangements. The application process must be completed at least two months prior to the entry date.
TOTAL NUMBER OF FACULTY
45
PROGRAMS FOR SPOUSES
No special programs are offered. However, spouses of Columbia College Hollywood students who meet all admission and financial requirements are welcome to become students.
PERCENTAGE OF SINGLE AND MARRIED
Single: 83.05%
Married: 16.95%
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT DEPARTMENT
The staff of Columbia College Hollywood provides support and assistance in all matters of importance to international students.
HOUSING
Dormitories are located at California State University, Northridge (about 15 minutes from campus) with complementary shuttle service to and from the school. The admissions office also supplies a list of available apartments in the vicinity.
INTERNSHIPS
The internships are generally taken in the second or third year. Past students have worked at major film studios including Fox, Paramount, Warner Bros., Disney, Universal, as well as numerous other production companies and post-production facilities.
CLIMATE & GEOGRAPHY
Climate: The area enjoys warm summers and mild winters with occasional periods of rainfall during winter and spring months.
Geography: Columbia College Hollywood is located in Tarzana, California, a part of Los Angeles' San Fernando Valley close to Universal City and the Burbank Media Center. Los Angeles' astonishing variety of geographical attractions - beaches, deserts, mountains - is well known. Its man-made attractions and opportunities for recreation - museums, concerts, clubs, restaurants, theaters - are also justly famous.
FEES AND OTHER EXPENSES
Application Fee: $50
Registration Fee: $75
12 to 16 units: $3,995 per quarter
REMARKS TO FOREIGN STUDENTS
Columbia College Hollywood offers comprehensive Television/Video and Cinema Production programs to international students. Programs are supplemented by support services and a dedicated staff of working professionals. The College believes that the student is the focal point of all instruction, and that each student is a unique individual with innate talents and dignity. The faculty and administration are devoted to helping international students meet their personal and professional goals. International students will be welcomed to the campus of Columbia College Hollywood.
RECENT ALUMNI (FOREIGN STUDENTS)
Robert Schwentke (GERMANY), director of the 2005 blockbuster “Flightplan,” which starred Jodie Foster.
Timothy Linh Bui (VIETNAM) wrote and produced “Three Seasons,” which won the Audience Award and the Grand Prize Award at the Sundance Film Festival in 1999.
FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT
Columbia College Hollywood
18618 Oxnard Street
Tarzana, CA 91356 U.S.A.
Telephone: (818) 345-8414
Toll Free: (800) 785-0585
Fax: (818) 345-9053
E-mail: info@columbiacollege.edu
Web site: www.columbiacollege.edu |
